engine overheat BMW 1M 2011 E82 Owner's Manual

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Driving tipsThings to remember when driving
Things to remember when driving
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. As a result, some equip-
ment described may not be available in a
particular vehicle, for example due to the
options or national-market version selected.
This also applies to safe ty related functions and
systems.
Break-in period
Note the following instructions for your
BMW 1-Series M Coupe that deviate from the
description in the Owner's Manual for Vehicle.
Engine and differential
Always obey all official speed limits.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive at varying engine and road speeds, but do
not exceed an engine speed of 5,500 rpm and a
road speed of 105 mph/170 km/h.
Do not depress the ac celerator all the way.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km to
3,000 miles/5,000 km
Engine and road speeds can be increased
gradually up to a traveling speed of 135 mph/
220 km/h. Use the maximum speed only for
brief intervals, e. g. when passing.
Transmission
The transmission begins functioning at an
optimal level only after a distance of approx.
300 miles/500 km. Do not exceed engine
speeds of 5,500 rpm during this period.
General driving notes
Clearance
Take into account the limited clearance of
your BMW 1-Series M Coupe, e. g. when
driving into underground parking garages or
over obstacles. Otherwise, the vehicle may be
damaged. <
Braking safely
Hills
To prevent overheating and the resulting
reduced efficiency of the brake system,
drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least br aking is required. Even
light but consistent brak e pressure can lead to
high temperatures, brake wear and possibly
even brake failure. <
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, all the way to first gear if neces-
sary. This strategy helps you avoid placing
excessive loads on the brake system.
Never drive with the clutch held down,
with the transmission in neutral or with
the engine switched off; otherwise, engine
braking action will not be present or there will be
no power assistance to the brakes or steering.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area around the
pedals; otherwise, pedal function could be
impaired. <
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MobilityReplacing components
8.With the ignition switch ed on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
Let the compressor ru n for approx. 3 to
8 minutes to fill the ti re with sealant and
achieve a tire inflation pressure of approx.
36 PSI/250 kPa.
9. Switch off the compressor.
While the tire is being f illed with sealant, the dis-
played inflation pressu re may briefly reach
approx. 73 PSI/500 kPa. Do not switch off the
compressor in this phase.
Do not run the engine in enclosed areas;
otherwise, the inhalati on of toxic exhaust
gases can cause loss of consciousness and
death. The exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly
toxic gas. <
Do not let the compre ssor run for more
than 10 minutes, otherwise the device will
overheat and may be damaged. <
If an inflation pressure of 29 PSI/2 bar cannot be
reached:
1. Switch off the compressor.
2. Unscrew the filler hose from the tire valve.
3. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and in reverse to
distribute the sealing compound in the tire.
4. Inflate the tire again with the compressor.
If an inflation pressure of 29 PSI/200 kPa
still cannot be reached, the tire is too heavily
damaged. Contact your BMW center.Stowing Mobility System
1. Unscrew the filler hose of the sealant bottle
from the tire valve.
2. Unscrew the connecting hose of the
compressor from the sealant bottle.
3. Connect the filler hose of the sealant bottle
to the unoccupied connection on the
sealant bottle.
This prevents the rest of the sealant from
escaping from the bottle.
4. Wrap the empty sealant bottle in suitable
material to avoid dirtying the cargo area.
5. Stow Mobility System back in the vehicle.
Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approx. 3 miles/5 km to
evenly distribute the sealant in the tire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/
80 km/h. If possible, do not fall below a
speed of 12 mph/20 km/h. <
Correcting the tire inflation pressure
1.Stop at a suitable location.
2. Connect connecting hose of the compres-
sor directly to the tire valve.
3. Insert the plug into th e power socket in the
vehicle interior.
4. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to 36 PSI/
250 kPa. With the engine running:
>To increase the inflation pressure: With
the ignition switched on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
To check the inflatio n pressure, switch
off the compressor.
> To reduce the inflation pressure: Press
the discharge button on the compres-
sor.
If the inflation pressure is not maintained,
drive the vehicle a second time, refer to
Distributing the sealant. Then repeat steps 1
to 4.
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Indicator and warning lamps
Mobility
Flashing:
Dynamic Stability Control DSC is regu-
lating the drive and brake forces, also
refer to page
20
Dynamic Stability Control DSC and
M Dynamic Mode MDM are deacti-
vated, also refer to page 20Driving stability limited during accelera-
tion and cornering.
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution.
Suspension control system has failed Dri ving stability limited during accelera-
tion and cornering.
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the system checked as
soon as possible.
Lights up in red:
> Clutch overheated Bring the vehi cle to a stop and allow the
clutch to cool down. You can continue
your journey, but mo derate your speed
and exercise due caution. Have the sys-
tem checked if the situation reoccurs.
> Transmission overheating Stop the car and switch off the engine.
Allow the transmission to cool down.
You can continue your journey, but
moderate your speed and exercise due
caution. Have the system checked if the
situation reoccurs.
Lights up in yellow:
> Clutch too hot Avoid frequent accelerations from zero
and driving at walking speed. You can
continue your journey, but moderate
your speed and exercise due caution.
> Transmission too hot Avoid high engine loads. You can con-
tinue your journey, but moderate your
speed and exercise due caution.
12Cause What to do
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